Maternal and Women’s Health Analytics Researcher (Hybrid)

Job Description and Duties

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:

The Enterprise Data and Information Management (EDIM), Program Data Reporting Division (PDRD) at the California DHCS is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Research Scientist (RS) within the Benefits and Eligibility Data Support Branch (BEDSB).

Under supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor I, the RS is responsible for planning, organizing, and assisting scientific research, data analysis, and measurement development activities for PDRD, BEDSB, Medicare and Women’s Health Data Section (MWHDS), and the Maternal and Women’s Health Reporting Unit (MWHRU). This work requires ongoing applied research, advanced analytics, and methodological development consistent with DHCS standards, program specifications, and reporting requirements. The RS will use SAS, SQL and/or other statistical analysis software to provide analytical, statistical, and research support for women’s health and reproductive health related programs, including the Family Planning, Access, Care, and Treatment (Family PACT) Program. The incumbent must demonstrate strong analytical, statistical, organizational, and communication skills, with expertise in quantitative analysis, statistical sampling, and applied research methodologies. Experience with SAS, SQL, and/or other statistical analysis software is required. Familiarity with Management Information System/Decision Support System (MIS/DSS) is desired. The RS will assist the development of data measures, calculations, reporting methodologies, maintain measure specifications and documentation for program monitoring, program performance, outcome measures, and reporting relating to H.R. 1, and assess impacts to eligibility requirements and immigrant coverage limitations in alignment with Sections 71103, 71104, and 71105. This position collaborates closely with program staff, EDIM staff, and other DHCS entities.

Training and Development (T&D) assignm ents may be considered for this position for current California civil service employees. T&D assignments cannot exceed 24 months. However, successful T&D candidates may transition to a permanent appointment, if eligible at the end of the T&D assignment.

This position has been advertised as limited term and is expected to last 24 months; it may become permanent or be extended.

Have questions and/or need assistance? Contact  View email address on calcareers.ca.gov we are here to help walk you through the state hiring process! 

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

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Working Conditions

Please see the Telework and Salary Information section below for telework, reporting location, and temporary statewide salary reduction details.

Special Requirements

Simple Application Steps

If you are interested in this position, complete the following these simple steps:

1. Review the education and experience minimum qualifications  Research Scientist .  See the Minimum Requirements section above.
2. Complete the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.
3. Submit your application package with all required documents - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
4. Once you have applied, take the  Research Scientist Exam.

Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree  and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.

Supplemental Application

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete and submit the following Supplemental Application (SA). The SA must be no more than one page in length, single-spaced and using 12-point Segoe UI font with one-inch margins. You must indicate your Full Name and Job Control Number at the top right corner. Title the page “Supplemental Application: Maternal and Women’s Health Analytics Researcher” in bold font.  Please include as the header for each response the entire question in bold font.  Answers should be in complete sentences.

Candidates who fail to provide an SA with their application or do not follow SA instructions may be disqualified. Resumes do not take the place of the SA.

1. Briefly describe your experience using SAS (the statistical analysis software) and analyzing health data.  Include your proficiency, procedures you use, and data sources.

2.  Using one example from your previous employment, briefly describe your role in leading a project, from planning to final presentation (from beginning to completion).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience with SAS, SQL, and/or statistical analysis software is required.

• Experience working with health care data/health services administrative data preferred.

• Previous experience with MIS/DSS is helpful.

• Previous presenting, teaching, and project management experience is helpful. 

Benefits

DHCS is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Continuous and ongoing training
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program activities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's

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Additional Information

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.  Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at View email address on calcareers.ca.gov For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at Show phone number or View email address on calcareers.ca.gov.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Supplemental Application -

  In order to be considered for this position, you must complete and submit a Supplemental Application (SA). Directions for completing the SA are in the Special Requirements section above.